Tentative** May 5th, Native Ephemeral Pilgrimage walk on the Henry Buck Trail at People's Forest in Barkhamsted. 10:00-2:00. Meet at the Steel Bridge Parking lot on the corner of 318 and East River Rd. We will carpool to the base of the trail. Wear sturdy shoes. There will be some climbing involved so if you need to not go all the way there will still space for you. Please bring a bagged lunch and finger foods to hare if you choose. Please RSVP to Jean at 860-416-3692 or Jeanie@BlessedCreek.com

JUNE: Garden Party June 26th 6:00 Terry will once again host our annual Garden Party. CHA members and friends are welcome to join and enjoy Terri’s lovely gardens. Come socialize with new and old friends. Bring a pot luck dish to share. Vernon CT. Please RSVP for more info and to get directions to her house- 860-870-1681 terricusson@gmail.com

JULY: Plant Paddle: July 7th 10:00 on the Scantic River in Somers. Bring your Canoes and Kayaks, let me know if you have an extra one to share, and if you need one. I have an extra canoe, needs 2 people and I will need help with on and off the car. We will begin the paddle at 10:00 at the parking lot behind the Village Playhouse , 55 School St, Somers CT. Come early enough to have the boats in the water by 10. It's easy to put in and take out, but 1 car at a time. There is also a gazebo along with a couple of picnic tables and a porta potty. We will see plenty of plants, turtles, frogs, and birds. It is a winding, meandering very shallow river. Don't forget your bug spray and sunblock. We will follow with a bagged lunch.. RSVP please toJeanie text or call 860-416-3692